Section 1721 - Autistic unit and funding(a) Programs for children with autism exceeding 217 pupil days shall be according to rules and regulations of the Department as approved by the State Board of Education.(b) For funding purposes "autistic unit" for programs in excess of 217 pupil days shall mean 8 persons with autism per unit.63 Del. Laws, c. 177, §5; 71 Del. Laws, c. 180, § 115; 78 Del. Laws, c. 179, §§ 133, 134.;